Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel car check
Is the Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel reliable? We analysed 1,767 real MOT tests across 137 vehicles to find out.
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The Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel.
Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 337 | 82.5% | 54,486 | 76,477 | 99,787 |
| 2012 | 769 | 76.1% | 56,880 | 81,503 | 110,007 |
| 2011 | 459 | 78.0% | 56,136 | 82,573 | 109,040 |
| 2010 | 129 | 76.7% | 59,371 | 87,171 | 118,663 |
How Long Does a Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel Last?
Based on 137 Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel vehicles on UK roads.
Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.5% MOT pass rate from 337 tests
76.1% MOT pass rate from 769 tests
The best year to buy a used Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.5% across 337 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel THIS CAR | 78.6% | 1,767 | 82,269 mi | 16 yrs |
| Subaru Impreza | 75.7% | 915,729 | 83,083 mi | 33 yrs |
| Subaru Forester | 76.1% | 456,470 | 85,220 mi | 29 yrs |
| Subaru Legacy | 72.5% | 349,986 | 96,000 mi | 35 yrs |
| Ford F350 | 80.5% | 2,320 | 84,822 mi | 33 yrs |
Compared to the Subaru Impreza (75.7% pass rate) and the Subaru Forester (76.1% pass rate), the Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.6% across 1,767 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick with 19 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel owner drives around 7,905 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel models stay on UK roads for around 16 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.